Koulourakia Greek Sesame Cookies Recipe

Name: Koulourakia Greek Sesame Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup softened sweet butter; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups sugar; 2 eggs, beaten; 6 cups flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 beaten egg; sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 cup softened sweet butter
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups sugar
2 eggs, beaten
6 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 beaten egg
sesame seeds

1
Cream butter and shortening until fluffy.
2
Gradually beat in sugar.
3
Beat in eggs.
4
Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices; stir into the egg mixture alternately with the cream and vanilla.
5
Shape dough with floured hands into desired shapes.
6
Shape pieces of dough into thick pencil shapes.
7
Brush with extra beaten egg.
8
Roll onto the sesame seeds to coat lightly.
9
Double over rolled dough and twist, or form into rings, figure eights or coils. I use about six-inch pieces.
10
Place on cookie sheets and bake in a moderate 350-degree oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

1775

kcal

Calories

Fat

243

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup softened sweet butter, 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, 2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Koulourakia Greek Sesame Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Koulourakia Greek Sesame Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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